Joy

Linking with Charlotte at  Spiritual Sunday  and Laura Beholding Glory

“Joy is the infallible sign of the presence of God.” Madeleine L'Engle

How is it possible that I feel happy when all this horrible stuff is going on that makes me want to cringe?  I'm not sure....but I do. I feel this amazing joy....a peace that everything is as it's supposed to be.  

Often when I write stories, I do the ending first. That way I know where I'm heading with the plot.  It's like a road map that helps me stay on track. 

And the present mucky situation I'm in....with that man who stole my manuscript.....God already knows the end and it's a happily ever after. 

I remember when I went to visit my sister in Israel....she took me to the Dead Sea. No one can drown in there. Everyone floats. It's so neat....all  you see are heads and toes. And being in Him...it's impossible to go under.

Joy.....it really does run deeper than despair.  

Rise above....past the here and now..where faith remains

Spiritual Sunday "I Need You Jesus"

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"To me faith means not worrying." John Dewey

Some people think having faith is a crutch. That's ok with me 'cause I know I need Him to feel good....and to be strong.

Whenever Superman got close to 'kryptonite' he lost his powers. He became weak...ineffective...his enemies could do anything they wanted with him.  It's sort of the same for me with my faith. When I get away from God....and start depending on myself.....I feel the old fears kick in....and the angst of frustrations when I can't do something. Everything starts to feel like a big deal. 

When I trust....and lean on Him....it's like being in the dead sea. Even if you  can't swim.....the salt won't let you sink. It pushes you up and holds you at the top of the water. When I'm close to Him...no matter what happens....I can't sink....just like the salt He won't let me drown....He holds me up. I can let go...relax...trust....cause I know....He's got everything under control.....

Lord I put my trust in You......I need you Jesus....